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Private Getty Center 2-Hour Tour with Museum-Trained Art Expert

About this experience

Why join a cookie-cutter one-size-fits-all tour with strangers when there is a better option? Explore The Getty privately. Skip the scripted commentary. Our tours are led by museum‑trained specialists—any day and time during Museum hours.
Enjoy an inspiring, conversational experience with Quick Culture. You will be awed by the stories of the "must-sees" and get a peek beyond the canvas that will spark your curiosity. Choose your tour length --- from a focused 90‑minute experience to an in‑depth 2.5‑hour exploration.
Great for solo visitors, couples, families, groups and corporate teams - anyone who prefers a customized experience instead of a one‑size‑fits‑all group tour.
The Getty opens the door; Quick Culture guides the journey. From da Vinci to van Gogh, they turn a simple visit into something unexpectedly fascinating. This private experience is trusted by Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, and VIP clients who value accuracy, insight, and a meaningful connection to the art.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Additional people
For groups of over 6: 2-hour tour: $40 for each additional person
Other Languages
Tours in other Languages: For a live translator/interpreter, there is an additional $135.00
Additional People
Groups can be up to 30 people: Group of up to 6: $275. Each additional person: $40

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr
Guide languagesru (live guide), English (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Sanitized assisted listening Devices are at no charge when requested.
  • Includes timed-entry ticket

Not included

  • Languages other than English and Russian are offered at a surcharge.
  • Food and drink are not included. However, snacks and fine dining are available!
  • Snacks

Itinerary and highlights

In this two-hour tour, find out why there are so many nudes in Renaissance Art--- And, why are there dead bugs, wilted flowers and skulls in Dutch paintings? Question why the Virgin Mary is always painted in red or blue or both. Why does impressionism look blurry? The 2-hour tour includes the highlights of the permanent collection, ) PLUS, you can opt to concentrate on a specific art period or (if showing) a Special Exhibition. It's about what you want!

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet your Getty-trained art historian in front of the Museum Entrance Doors. Your private guide will be holding a sign, "Quick Culture - Private Tour"
  • In front of the Museum Entrance

Languages and tickets

  • ru — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Quick Culture

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Ride-share dropoff point
  • Please note if there are children under the age of 12
  • Parking is $25 per car or motorcycle; $15 after 3pm.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
ru (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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